Vol 4, No 16 (2014)
Table of Contents
Articles
| The Use of Participatory Communication Model to Achieve Reproductive Health among Rural Women in Kenya | |
| Victoria Chepkemoi Kutto | 1-5 |
| An Analysis of the Current Production Trends of Farm Enterprises in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya | |
| Mary N. Gichuki Manana | 6-12 |
| Comparative Studies on Some Anti-Nutritional Factors in Seeds of Mucuna Pruriens (Velvet Beans) and Sphenostylis Stenocarpa (African Yam Beans) | |
| Amira, P. Olaniyi, Daramola, A. Success, Oyelade W. Abimbola | 13-16 |
| Credit Reserve and the Demand for Agricultural Loans in Cross River State, Nigeria | |
| Innocent Asuquo, Uket Ofem, Eucharia AJAH | 17-22 |
| Crop Evapotranspiration and Crop Water Requirement for Oil Palm in Peninsular Malaysia | |
| Adzemi Mat Arshad | 23-28 |
| Evaluation of Anthhelmintic Potential of Pawpaw (Carica papaya) Seeds Administered In-Feed and In-Water for West African Dwarf (WAD) Goatss | |
| A. M. W. Effendy, N. M. Suparjo, S. A. Ameen, O. A. Abdullah | 29-32 |
| Characterization of Novel Bacillus thuringiensis Isolated from Attacus atlas and Its Growth Kinetics in the Cultivation Media of Tofu Whey for Bioinsecticide Production | |
| Rini Purnawati, Titi Candra Sunarti, Khaswar Syamsu, Mulyorini Rahayuningsih | 33-39 |
| Hand Washing: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice amongst Mothers of Under-Five Children in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria | |
| Asekun-Olarinmoye Esther O., Omobuwa Olubukola, Adebimpe Wasiu O., Asekun-Olarinmoye, Ifeoluwapo O. | 40-49 |
| Hatching Characteristics of Local and Exotic (Egg Type) Chickens using a Locally Fabricated Incubator | |
| I. Udeh, S.I Omeje | 50-52 |
| Sexual Abstinence and Usage of Contraceptions among Young People in Nigeria | |
| Kehinde Kadijat Kadiri, Mohd Kharie Ahmad, Che Su Mustaffa | 53-59 |
| Milk Production and Marketing in Ghana: The Case of Accra Plains | |
| KORBLA FERGUSON GIDIGLO | 60-64 |
| Non-Phenolic Compounds from the Stem Bark of Red Mangrove (Rhizophora stylosa) and Evaluation of Their Cytotoxicity and Larvacidal Activity | |
| Suyatno ., Nurul Hidajati, Diah Kirana, Rhiza Rofida, Fani Putri | 65-68 |
| The Expected Role of Triage Nurse in Emergency Reception of a University Hospital, in Egypt | |
| Nora Elsayed, Eglal Ahmed, Magda A/Elhamid | 69-78 |
| Production of Nanocurcumin from Curcuma Xanthorriza Roxb. by Homogenization | |
| Nina Jusnita, Liesbetini Haditjaroko, Muchamad Yusron, Erliza Noor | 79-83 |
| Quantitative and Qualitative Phytochemicals Analysis of Muntingia calabura | |
| Puguh Surjowardojo, Sarwiyono ., Imam Thohari, Aswah Ridhowi | 84-88 |
| Rational Use of Medicines in Nigeria: A Critical Review | |
| John Alfa, Obi Peter Adigwe | 89-98 |
| Influence of Socio-Economic Characteristics on the Utilization of Development Interventions: A Case Study of Shea Butter Processors in Northern Ghana | |
| Afishata Mohammed Abujaja, Hudu Zakaria, Hamza Adam | 99-106 |
| Role of L-Selectin Gene P213S Polymorphism and Macrophage Profiles (M1, M2) in Cases of Endometriosis | |
| Henry Salim Siregar | 107-116 |
| The Effect of Tinospora crispa (L) on Performance, Rectal Temperature, Pulse and Respiratory Frequency of Local Sheep Kept in Different Type of House | |
| Abdullah Naser, Padang Hamid, Sirajuddin Abdullah, Kaharuddin Kasim | 117-121 |
| Coping Strategy of Rainfall Variability due to Changing Climate in Dry Sub-Humid Region of Borno State of Nigeria | |
| A.B. Mustapha, Adzemi Mat Arshad | 122-126 |
| Volar Digital Transverse Creases of the Nigerians | |
| Moses O. Adetona | 127-131 |
| An Analysis of Bachelor of Science Nursing Students’ Attitudes on Nursing Profession at the end of their Basic Training: Case of Public Universities, Kenyan. | |
| Emmah K. Matheka, Ann karani, Grace Omoni, Mutinda A. Kasusu | 132-139 |
| Silent Kidney Stones Diagnostic Modalities in Albania | |
| Islam Mamica | 140-141 |
| Postprandial hypertriglyceridemia and androgen dysfunction relationship in men with end stage renal disease | |
| Zainab A. A. Al-Shamma, kais Hasan Abd, Shaymaa Zahraw |
Vol 4, No 15 (2015)
Table of Contents
Articles
| Determinants of First Line Antiretroviral Treatment Failure in Public Hospitals of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Unmatched Case Control Study | |
| Yalemwork Getnet | 1-12 |
| Population Growth and Land Resources Degradation in Bantneka Watershed, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Tesfahun Fentahun | 13-16 |
| Evaluation of Bread Wheat (Tritium aestivum L.) Varieties for Rust Resistance at Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Abrham Taddele | 17-22 |
| Influence of N and P Fertilizer Rate on the Yield and Yield Components Bread Wheat in Northwestern Ethiopia | |
| Fekremariam Asargew | 23-29 |
| Comparative Assessment of Cytoprotective Effect of Aqueous Extract of Stem bark and Root of Azadirachta indica and Cassia italica on Oxidatively Stressed Human Erythrocytes | |
| Thagriki Dluya, Daniel Dahiru, Wandiahyel G. Yaduma | 30-32 |
| Prevalence of Self Reported Computer Vision Syndrome and Associated Factors among Secretaries and Data Processors Who are Working in University of Gondar, Ethiopia | |
| Mekuriaw Alemayehu | 33-37 |
| Assessing the Lack Awareness and Dangers of Dengue in Rural Punjab Pakistan | |
| Muhammad Pervaiz Iqbal | 38-44 |
| Effect of Ethanolic Extract of Ginger on the Micro Anatomy of the Testis of Adult Wistar Rats | |
| Victoria N. Isaac, Kebe, E. Obeten, Gabriel Udo-Affah, Patrick O. Ede, Patricia P. Obasee | 45-53 |
| In Vitro Evaluation of Antibacterial Properties of Moringa oleifera, Dalbergia sissoo and Alstonia scholaris | |
| Namrata Prasad | 54-62 |
| Rate of Gully Expansion on Major Land Uses, the Case of Huluka Watershed, Central Rift Valley, Ethiopia | |
| Hagos Gebreslassie | 63-69 |
| Present and Future Prospects of Climate Change and Agricultural Productivity in Ethiopia: Review | |
| Temesgen Gashaw | 70-73 |
| A Comparative Study of Woody Plant Species Diversity at Adey Amba Enclosed Forest and Nearby Open Site in West Belessa District, Northwestern Ethiopia | |
| Wondie Mebrat | 74-80 |
| Molecular Characterization of Guava Landraces in Kenya (Western and South Coast) | |
| Liharaka Mercy Kidaha, Amos Emitati Alakonya, Aggrey Benard Nyende | 81-86 |
| Production Challenges and Sustainability of Smallholder Irrigation Schemes in Zimbabwe | |
| Mutambara, S., Munodawafa A. | 87-96 |
| Nutritional Evaluation of Some Selected Spices Commonly Used in the South-Eastern Part of Nigeria | |
| Chibuzor Okonkwo, Assumpta Ogu | 97-102 |
| Immunization Status of Children with Chronic Neurological Disorders in Enugu, Nigeria | |
| OKORO, J.C., OJINNAKA, N.C, IKEFUNA, A.N, ONYENWE, N.E. | 103-107 |
| Patients Experience in X-Ray Exposures in Some Hospitals in Southern Ghana | |
| George Louis Williams, Eli Agbasah, Ernest Asamoah, Eric Opata, Mary Bosomtwe | 108-113 |
| Yield and Yield Components of Pepper (Capsicum Annuum L.) as Influenced by Stage and Intensity of Reproductive Organs Pruning at Humbo, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Ashenafi Woldeselassie | 114-119 |
| Heritability Estimate of Yield Related Traits in Mungbean at Two Locations | |
| Alia,Iftikhar Hussain Khalil | 120-124 |
| Molecular Characterization of Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex Isolated from Tuberculous Lymphadenitis Patients at Dessie Private Hospitals, Northern Ethiopia | |
| Tadesse Birhanu | 125-132 |
| Row Spacing and Fertilizer Rate on Yield and Yield Components of Tef Eragrostis Teff (Zucc.) Trotter) under Transplanting Planting Method | |
| Fekremariam Asargew | 133-136 |
| A Review on Potential Toxicity of Artificial Sweetners vs Safety of Stevia: A Natural Bio-Sweetner | |
| Ahmad Saad | 137-147 |
| Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Measures in Ethiopia | |
| Temesgen Gashaw | 148-152 |
| Millet the Promising Crop of the Climate Change | |
| A.B. Mustapha |
Vol 4, No 14 (2014)
Table of Contents
Articles
| Land Tenure Systems and Farmers Efficiency and Profitability Analysis: a Case from Plateau State, Nigeria | |
| Dawang, Naanpoes Charles, Seltim Bongnap Wormak, Matawal Mallo Obed | 1-11 |
| Antibiotic Resistance Profile of Non-Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae in Accra, Ghana | |
| Henry Kwadwo Hackman, Charles A Brown, Kingsley Twum-Danso | 12-16 |
| Antimicrobial and phytochemical investigation of herbal suspensions used in management of oral health in Nairobi County, Kenya | |
| Florence W. Ngari, Ruth N. Wanjau, Eliud N.M. Njagi, Nicholas K. Gikonyo | 17-22 |
| Application of Brim’s and Simon’s Sequential Decision Theories in Healthcare Administration | |
| John Adwok | 23-31 |
| Differences In Attitude Of Urban And Rural Residents In Accepting National Health Insurance | |
| Arlina Dewi, Ali Ghufron Mukti, Bhisma Murti | 32-39 |
| First Report of New Delhi Metallo-beta-Lactamase (NDM-1) Producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa in Iraq | |
| Jamal Mohammed R. Alshara, Zuhair Sadiq R. Alsehlawi, Dheyaa Shnan A. Aljameel | 40-47 |
| Improving fertility of an acid Alfisol and maize (Zea mays L.) yield performance with integrated application of organic and inorganic soil amendments | |
| B. Osundare | 48-58 |
| Comparison of Different Types of Water Melon for Their Important Nutrients | |
| Muhammad Amin, Saleem Ullah, Shamsur Rehman, Zia Ullah, Muhammad Amir | 59-65 |
| Management of Insect Pests using Chlorpyrifos Applications at Different Growth Stages of Tomato, Solanum lycopersicum L. | |
| Momo Harris Kollie, Enoch Adjei Osekre, Moses Brandford Mochiah | 66-74 |
| Anti-Schistosomal Activity of Chenopodium ambrosoides Extracts in Adult Worms In vivo and In vitro | |
| Joseph M. Moilo, Dorcas S. Yole, Joseph M. Keriko, Gerald M. Mkoji | 75-80 |
| The problems and prospects of Aquatic life in Hadejia Dam, Jigawa State Nigeria | |
| Azubuike Adams | 81-86 |
| The Clinical Classification of Seizures among Children with Epilepsy Seen at The Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in | |
| Paul Kiptoon, Eren Oyungu, Barnabas Kigen | 87-95 |
| Health seeking behavior, practices of TB and access to health care among TB patients in Machakos County, Kenya. A cross-sectional study | |
| Kasusu A. Mutinda, Ephantus W. Kabiru, Peter .K. Mwaniki | 96-106 |
| Plasmodium knowlesi Ligand-receptor Process in Baboon (Papio anubis) Placenta | |
| Joab O. Nyamagiri, Faith I. Onditi, Lucy Ochola, Rebecca Waihenya, Hastings S. Ozwara | 107-125 |
| Assessment of Farm Outputs and Rural Income Generation of School-to-Land Agricultural Programme (STLAP) in Rivers State, Nigeria. | |
| Nwanyanwu, Dennis H, Amadi Chuckwuemeka, Nyekachi Amadi |
Vol 4, No 13 (2014)
Table of Contents
Articles
| Nitrogen Partitioning and Translocation in Wheat under Fertilizer-N Levels, Application Time and Decapitation Stress | |
| Muhammad Zahir Afridi | 1-9 |
| Critical Care Nurses’ Knowledge and Practice Regarding Administration of Total Parenteral Nutrition at Critical Care Areas in Egypt | |
| Entsar Kamel Mohammed, Amal Said Taha | 10-22 |
| Effects of Sowing Dates and Genotypes on Vegetative, Reproductive Traits and Fresh Pod Yield of West African Okra (Abelmoschus caillei (A.Chev) Stevels in Southeastern Nigeria | |
| Lawrence Chinatu, Peter Okocha, Mathias Eka | 23-33 |
| Elimination of Cassava Brown Streak Virus from Infected Cassava | |
| Maureen Mwangangi, Elijah Ateka, Aggrey Nyende, Abed Kagundu | 34-40 |
| Effect of Levels of Tephrosia Bracteolate (Guill Et Perr) on Minerals Balance in W.A.D Goats Fed Guinea Grass(Panicum maximum Jacq) with Concentrate | |
| Ademola Ogungbesan, Gabriel Adeleke, Olubunmi Fasina, Adebowale Fajemisin | 41-49 |
| Utilization by Chickenbroilers(Gallus Domesticusbrizzen) of Enzymes SupplementedgliricidiasepiumLEAF MEAL (JACQ) | |
| Ademola Ogungbesan, Gabriel Adeleke, Adebayo Akanji, Olubunmi Fasina | 50-55 |
| Identification of Yellow Rust Virulence Pattern on Wheat Germplasm in Relation to Environmental Conditions in Faisalabad | |
| Abdul Mateen, Muhammad Aslam Khan | 64-83 |
| Pattern of Neurological Admissions in the Tropics: Experience At Abakaliki South-Eastern Nigeria | |
| Chukwuemeka O Eze, Uma A Kalu | 84-86 |
| Participatory Evaluation of Potato (Solanum Tuberosum L.)Varieties, and Tuber Size Effect on Yield and Yield Traits in Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Tibebu Simon | 87-91 |
| The Prognosis of Acute Stroke in a Tertiary Health Centre in South-East Nigeria | |
| Chukwuemeka O Eze, Uma A Kalu | 92-95 |
| Residual Effect of Compost on Ethanol Production of Sweet Soghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] Varieties and Soil Organic Carbon at Dryland Farming Area in Bali, Indonesia | |
| IGA Mas Sri Agung, I Ketut Sardiana, I Wayan Diara, IGM Oka Nurjaya | 96-102 |
| Participatory Evaluation of Improved Shallot (Allium Cepa Var. aggregatum) Varieties and Their Bulb Size Effect on Yield and Yield Traits in Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Gebru Hailu | 103-110 |
| Influence of Bulb Treatment and Spacing Patterns on Yield and Quality of Onion (Allium cepa var. Cepa) Seed at Humbo Larena, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Ashenafi Woldeselassie | 111-119 |
| Influence of Stage and Intensity of Reproductive Organs Pruning on Quality of Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) At Humbo, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Ashenafi Woldeselassie | 120-123 |
| The Dynamics of Energy Attenuation inHIV/AIDS Patients | |
| Edison A. Enaibe, Akpata Erhieyovwe, Osafile E. Omosede |
Vol 4, No 12 (2014)
Table of Contents
Articles
| Role of Isoflavones on Lipid Peroxidation, Superoxide Dismutase in Lymphocytes under Oxidative Stress Conditions | |
| I Nyoman Suarsana, I Nyoman Mantik Astawa, I Made Kardena | 1-7 |
| Contributions of Melon Production to Livelihood Sustainability of Rural Farming Households in Oyo State, Nigeria. | |
| Sodiya Comfort Ibironke, Oyediran Wasiu Oyeleke | 8-18 |
| Effects of Graded Levels of Full Fat Palm Kernel Meal on Growth Performance and Carcass Characteristics in Broiler chicks | |
| Sese B.T, George O.S., Agbovu C.B. | 19-28 |
| Evaluation of High Density Lipoproteins Characteristics in Type 2 Diabetics | |
| George Gborienemi Simeon, Fiezibe Ogbotobo | 29-32 |
| Extension users’ view on alternative sources of fund for extension services in Ogun state | |
| Comfort. Oyekale Adamu | 33-39 |
| Butterflyfishes (Chaetodontidae) from Abu Hashish fringing reefs, Port Sudan, Red Sea | |
| Sheikh Eldin M. Elamin, Afra B. Mohamed, Zuheir N. Mahmoud | 40-47 |
| Constraints Associated With Cultivation and Utilization of Soyabean by Farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria | |
| Oyekunle O., Onifade O. T., Ayanda I.F., Amusat A.S., Bolarinwa K. K. | 48-53 |
| Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus among Ghanaian Women at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital | |
| Henry Asare-Anane, Ahmed .T. Bawah, Emmanuel .K. Ofori, Seth .D. Amanquah | 54-56 |
| The Influence of Seed Pre-Treatments on Seed Germination and Seedling Vigour in Acacia senegal in the Nurs | |
| SIKIRATU UHUOTU ZUBAIRU | 57-62 |
| Soil Organic Carbon, Labile Carbon and Organic Carbon Storage under Organic and Conventional Systems of Chinese Cabbage in Baturiti, Bali Indonesia | |
| I Ketut Sardiana, Made Adnyana, IB Putra Manuaba, IGA Mas Sri Agung | 63-71 |
| Spatial Profit Differential of Yam Marketing in Gombe Metropolis, Gombe State, Nigeria. | |
| Hamidu K., Adamu Y., Mohammed S. Y. | 72-76 |
| Utilization of Legumes in the Tropics | |
| ADEYEBA ALICE OLUNIKE | 77-84 |
| Effect of Different Types of Mulches on Grain Yield and Yield Components of Wheat (Triticum Aestivum) under Rainfed Condition | |
| Riaz Hussain Khan, Anwar-ul-Haq Khalid, Muhammad Rafique Sajjad | 85-91 |
| The Impact of Normal Physiological Fluctuation of Progesterone Hormone on Peak Expiratory Flow Rate in Premenopausal Women in A sample of Iraqi | |
| Ameerah Jasim M. Ameen, AL Mottesmbellah Abdelruhman Gaiz, Afaf K shweekh, Monqith Abdulmohsin AL-janabi | 92-94 |
| Extracts of Zingiber officinale Rosc. (Ginger) and Curcuma longa Linn. (Tumeric) Rhizomes inhibited Nontuberculous Mycobacteria in vitro | |
| Benjamin U. Ogudo, Temitope O. Lawal, Bolanle A. Adeniyi | 95-103 |
| Demonstrating Agency and Resilience amidst Recurrent Health Challenges: A Case of Street Children in Kumasi Metropolitan Area | |
| Padmore Adusei Amoah, Joseph Edusei | 104-113 |
| Physiological Response Of Savanna Brown (SB) Does To Treatment With Mistletoe Extract (Phragmanthera Nigritana) And Clomid®. | |
| Iyabode Comfort Alemede, Omotunde Oluseyi Ademuyiwa Fasanya, Emmanuel Olujimi Agbana |
Vol 4, No 11 (2014)
Table of Contents
Articles
| Fattening and Some Carcass Characteristics of Karadi Lambs Raised on Concentrate or Pasture | |
| Kamal N. Dosky, Nihayet H. Sulaiman, Hoger M. Hidayet | 1-4 |
| Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding Practices of Mothers of Children (0 – 24 Months) Attending Infant Welfare Clinice (IWC) at the Institute of Child Health (ICH) University of Nigerian Teaching Hospital (UNTH) Ituku-Ozalla Enugu | |
| Ndiokwelu C.I, Maduforo A.N, Amadi C. A, Okwy-Nweke C. P. | 5-15 |
| Chemical Composition and Anticandidal Effect of Three Thymus Species Essential Oils from Southwest of Morocco against the Emerging Nosocomial Fluconazole-Resistant Strains | |
| Ali Asdadi, Hakim Alilou, Mohamed Akssira, Lalla Mina Idrissi Hassani, Bouchra Chebli, Radouane Moutaj, Carmen Gonz?lez-Mas, M. Amparo Bl?zquez | 16-26 |
| Effect of Bean Extract (Phaseolus vulgaris L) to LDL and Ox-LDL and Relation of Ox-LDL on LOX-1 Gene Polymorphism 3’UTR188CT | |
| Shahrul Rahman, Harun Alrasyid, Sumadio Hadisahputra, Din Syafruddin | 27-32 |
| The Age and Sex Incidence of Keloids / Hypertrophic Scars in Calabar Metropolis, Cross River State from 2001-2006 | |
| Udo-Affah, G. U., Eru, E. M., Idika, C. I., Njoku, C. C., Uruakpa, K. C. | 33-37 |
| The Effect of Thyme and Peppermint Extracts on Some Species of Candida Yeast | |
| Hadi Alwan Mohammed Alsaidy, Ibtihal Qasim, Najim Abdala | 38-48 |
| The introduction of rubber planting recommendations by The Rubber Research Institute of Malaysia since 1925 | |
| Ong Chin Wei, A.R. Shamsul Bahri | 49-53 |
| Genetic Variability and Path Coefficient Analysis for Yield Related Traits in Helianthus Annus | |
| Shehzad Ahmad Kang, Hafiz Muhammad Ahmad | 54-57 |
| Cell Cycle Response to Low Power Laser Irradiation in Jurkat E6.1 T-lymphocyte Cell Line | |
| Layla M. H. Al-Ameri, Amel M. Maki, Ali H. Ad’hiah, Qiuyu Wang, Mayada H. ALQaisi | 58-63 |
| Effect of Salinity on Cotton Seed Germination and Seedling Survival | |
| Ahmad Saad, Muhammad Sajjad Nazir, Sohaib Tariq, Waqas Ahmad | 64-67 |
| Estimation of Heterosis and Heterobeltiosis in F1 Hybrids of Upland Cotton | |
| M.Y. Muhammad, T, S. Mari, S. Laghari, Z.A. Soomro, S. Abro | 68-72 |
| Characterization and Lethality of Endotoxic Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) of Salmonellae | |
| Ahmed M. A. Mansour | 73-77 |
| Quality of Life Among of Menopausal Women | |
| Hoda Abd Elazim, Sahar Mansour Lamadah, Luma Gh Al Zamil | 78-88 |
| The Effect of Variety, Nitrogen and Phousphorous Fertilization on Growth and Bulb Yield of Onion (Allium Cepa L.) at Wolaita, Southern Ethiopia | |
| Tibebu Simon, Melese Tora, Abrham Shumbulo, Samuel Urkato | 89-96 |
| Response of Polynesian Arrowroot Tacca leontopetaloides to Fertilizer and Intra-Row Spacing at Garkawa | |
| Pate, H.S, S.H, Badi, H.D. Dikwahal, G.G. jibung, M.D. Molchen | 97-101 |
| Studies on the Chronic Consumption of Thermo Oxidized Palm Oil on the Histomorphology of the Cerebellum in Mice | |
| Kebe E. Obeten, Anozang, O. Igiri, Charles C. Mfem | 102-105 |
| Response of Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa) to Potassium and Planting Depth | |
| Mohammad Asad Hussain, Noor Ul Amin, Gohar Ayub, Muhammad . Sajid |